FILM FOCUSED, DOCUMENTARY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
SERVING OREGON, CALIFORNIA, WASHINGTON AND DESTINATION
INTENTIONAL. PLAYFUL.
NOSTALGIC.
INTIMATE STORYTELLING.
THOUGHTFUL, DOCUMENTARY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY.
This is an important day in a couple’s life together and you want to remember it well. I get to know you, your vibe, and just bring my experience to your day so that we can create honest, emotional, joyful images together that feel like you. All of my weddings include a hybrid of digital and film photography.
NICE TO MEET YOU!
I’ve been making portraits for the past 16 years and fell in love with photographing love. I’m inspired by honest human emotion, in-between moments, music, film, and seeing people as they are. I’m obsessed with portraiture and find beauty in the unexpected.
Once a die-hard, bus-or-bike-commuting, city person, over the years I’ve fallen for natural landscapes - coastal wind-blown trees, desert sunsets, mountain layers, salty air.
I recently moved back to my hometown of Portland, Oregon, but often do work in California and Washington. Over the past decade, I’ve shot backyard nuptials, mountain and city elopements, rooftop ceremonies, and international destination weddings. If it’s about love and good times, I’m there.
LOVE OF ALL KINDS ARE WELCOME!
PHOTOGRAPHS THAT MAKE YOU FEEL.
Sometimes it’s the simplest moments that you want to capture. Like walks around your neighborhood or making coffee in your kitchen. On a wedding day, it may be a look or hand hold. I live for the subtleties, the stories, and slowing down.
FILM PHOTOGRAPHY FOR THE LOVERS OF NOSTALGIA, fOR THE OPEN-HEARTED, FOR THE PATIO CHILLERS, FOR THE UNCONVENTIONAL, FOR THE LOVERS OF LOVE AND GOOD FOOD.
I’ve been shooting film for 16 years. It’s purposeful, honest, and fucking beautiful. It leaves you wanting to know more and brings you into the moment. It’s my favorite medium for capturing love and real personalities.
MEMORIES THAT FEEL LIKE A HUG.
Documentary photography should take you back to the moments and the feelings of the day! I treat these memories with great care. My hope is that you share your photos with your families, chosen families, and future generations.
TRUE TO YOU.
NATURAL. UNFUSSY.
OF THE MOMENT.
AND A REALLY GOOD TIME.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING.
“She was not only incredibly professional but she put everyone at ease which made every photo natural and genuine.”
“Her ability to chat with us as she photographed elicited joy and laugher between my husband and I which created forever photos that we will cherish forever. My favorite images are those that captured small moments like a handhold or a hug or an action shot of someone laughing - this brings the night to life every time I look back! Holly is calm, personable, and honest in every sense. I have no doubt that our experience was different than other weddings I have seen because she didn't just give us simple posed photos, but ones that capture movement, life, and ultimately love!! I am so beyond grateful and those who are able to have her capture their lives are the luckiest!”
– Gentry, bride
“Holly is incredibly professional and has a sweet presence that makes the most awkward person feel comfortable in front of the camera.”
“She has a gift for interacting with her clients in a personal and lighthearted way. Holly took my wedding photos and executed my extremely specific vision so well. She's also my go to photographer for political and community events. I would trust her with any photography needs.”
— Leah, bride
“Holly has a great eye & is exceptional at capturing intimate candid moments.”
“We really loved her style. She was also great at wrangling all of the different groups of people who were not necessarily cooperative, making sure we got every shot we had wanted. Also, Holly is just easy to work with and a delightful, awesome person.”
– Kevin, groom